Dongshi Forest Culture Park
東勢區
· Nature & Scenery
The Daxueshan forest area was rich in timber resources. To make proper use of these resources, generate economic returns, and promote local prosperity, the Daxueshan Forestry Company was established in 1956, and construction of a large sawmill began in 1962 and was completed in 1964. At that time, advanced logging and sawmilling technology was introduced, creating a model forestry industry in Taiwan. Mechanical logging and truck transport of logs improved efficiency and output. The large sawmill was completed and opened on May 26, 1964, and after nearly 10 years of prosperity, it ended timber production in the Daxueshan forest area ahead of schedule because American-style sawmill equipment was not suitable for domestic logs and caused heavy timber loss. It ceased operations at the end of December 1973.
